my wife is having pain in her upper side of breast. she is nursing our baby who is 7 months. what could be the reason for the pain

2 Answers

ExpertSHRUTI KANCHANLactation Educator and Counselor2 years ago

A. Breast pain in a breastfeeding mother can be due to a variety of reasons: 1. Blocked Milk Ducts: A common cause of breast pain is a blocked milk duct. The breast may have a lump or hardened area, and it can be painful. This can be caused by not fully draining the milk during breastfeeding or wearing too tight clothing. 2. Mastitis: This is an infection of the breast tissue that results in breast pain, swelling, warmth and redness in the area, and can also cause flu-like symptoms – it often starts as a blocked duct that becomes infected. 3. Incorrect Latch or Positioning: The baby may not be latching on correctly, causing pain when nursing. 4. Thrush: Yeast infection, or thrush, can occur in the milk ducts causing sharp, deep pain in the breast. 5. Engorgement: If the breasts are too full of milk, they can become hard and painful. If your wife is experiencing persistent pain, it is crucial to reach out to a healthcare provider. They may recommend painkillers, changes in breastfeeding techniques, warm or cool packs, or in some cases, antibiotics. Please do not delay in seeking medical advice as conditions like mastitis can progress rapidly and affect a mother's general health.

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children2 years ago

A. this needs to be seen can be infection can be because of blocked duct. if there is no relief it is advisable to see the doctor for proper examination if there is need for proper investigations also both for diagnosis and treatment

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